Compared with the bold and simple of the north, the towns of the south appear delicate and delicate. Shangmu built the city according to the water, and the bridges in the city are not only numerous, but also have their own customs. Because of the development of Cao Yun, the goods traded in the market not only cover the specialties of the Southland, but also the Shadow Kite Feathers of the Wing Country, which is located in the Northland, are also sold. The people who came and went were brightly dressed, and everyone was comfortable and contented on their faces.

Xiang Chonghua sighed: "The people of the south can even walk twice as slowly as our people. And their clothes, as if they were afraid that people would not know that their families were rich. If you are in Yongguo, you will definitely be scolded as a loser. ”

Qin Fei smiled: "But that's the case. The people of the Wing Country are only afraid of revealing their wealth, and the rich are eager to pretend to be beggars. ”

Under the weeping willows on the arch bridge opposite, there was a black-shirted man at some point. The cool breeze blew in his face and blew his clothes, but he couldn't stir up the slightest ripple in his eyes. The fog in the eyes of the black-shirted man was suddenly cut open, and he walked straight down from the bridge, passing through a small group of girls who were laughing and playing and secretly sending autumn waves, and saluted Xiang Chonghua and Qin Fei, and said without waiting for the two to answer: "My master sees that the two gentlemen are extraordinary, and if you want to make friends, please make it convenient." ”

Qin Fei looked him up and down, secretly vigilant in his heart, and said with a smile: "Thank you." It's a pity that we still have to hurry, and we have the kindness of the driver, and if we have a fate, we will definitely visit in the future. ”

The man in black shirt bowed down and said, "My master is a winged man who came to visit friends in Chen Kingdom. He has no ill intentions, just to make friends. To tell the truth, the governor in charge of the boat transportation and city defense here is also a friend of his old man, and no matter where he thinks, as long as he moves his mouth, he will be able to travel much faster than himself. ”

Qin Fei's heart sank, and he said secretly: "This person's master must have a relationship with Xiang Chonghua." Although he was skeptical, he was not sure, so he wanted to lure Chonghua over to find out. Refusal only increases suspicion. It's better to take a risk. He pulled Xiang Chonghua and smiled at the man: "Then it's better to be respectful than to obey your fate." You'll lead the way. The man saluted again, hung the sword in his hand back at his waist, and bowed his head to guide him.

While paying attention to his movements, Qin Fei quickly grabbed Xiang Chonghua's palm and wrote: "The other party may doubt your identity, don't act rashly." Xiang Chonghua pinched his fingertips, and his retracted hand quietly grasped the hilt of the sword.

The three of them turned an alley and saw a rainbow-like arch bridge connecting the two banks, and the waves under the bridge were gently turning and the water was rippling. The verdant water of the river reflects the vermilion bars of the surrounding pavilions, and the west wind of late autumn brings the fragrance of wood leaves from time to time. The water dripped into the river in strands along the wood pulp, lining the rowing daughter more and more delicate. In the blink of an eye, the two of them had been taken to an inn with a golden signboard, and the black-shirted man's expression became more respectful and cautious, and he led the two to the east wing on the second floor, bowed down and said, "My master is waiting inside." The villain's humble status can't be more polite, two please. ”

Qin Fei smiled and returned the courtesy, while secretly observing the movements around him, only to see that there was not a single guest in the huge inn, but the servants who served were very honest, and all of them were first-class masters. The two of them walked to the door, and after the report, an old man led the two into the wing, bowed to the man in the room, and then went out of the room, and closed the door with his hand.

The man wore a moon-white light shirt, and the cuffs and chest were woven with silver silk into several flowers, which made him noble and luxurious. He greeted the two politely, but he refused to leave his seat half a step, and his back was facing the window that was supported by green bamboo. Xiang Chonghua's heart sank: outside the window that seemed to be the only exit, there were already more than a dozen sharp knives and arrows.

The man smiled: "In Xia Guo Yu, may I ask the two honorable names?" ”

Qin Fei was afraid that Xiang Chonghua would show his feet, so he immediately replied: "Under Qin Fei, this is under the junior brother Hua Chong." ”

Guo Yu said with a smile: "I took the liberty to invite you, and I drank a cup first as an atonement." Raise your glass and drink it down.

Guo Yu didn't wear any accessories, only a green and crystal wrench on his slender fingers. He drank slowly, as if he wanted to show off this priceless treasure for a while. Qin Fei took the opportunity to spill the wine in the cup on his sleeve, and was about to remind Xiang Chonghua that Guo Yu had already poured the wine glass to show that he had drunk it.

Guo Yu stroked his beard and smiled at Xiang Chonghua: "What do you think of this wine?" ”

After Xiang Chonghua drank all the wine in the cup, he put a spoonful of bitter vegetables into his mouth without saying a word, chewed and swallowed slowly before sighing: "Good wine, it is really a rare good wine." This La Xue Yangchun is really the best. ”

Guo Yu's eyes narrowed slightly, and he sat up slightly straight and said, "Your Excellency is so insightful." This wine is called La Xue Yang Chun, the entrance is cold and elegant, and it gradually turns into sweet and warm after a while in the mouth, and the most absolute thing is that after drinking it all, you must eat a bite of bitter vegetables to bring out the last and most wonderful wine flavor, just like the bitterness is sweet, and spring returns to the earth. ”

Guo Yu took a sip of wine, and continued: "This wine is a unique specialty in the Yongwang Palace, although there are many nobles who have heard of its name, but few have really tasted it. If I hadn't accompanied the lord to the Yongguo banquet, I am afraid that there would be no such blessing. I wonder where you got your knowledge of this wine? ”

Xiang Chonghua then remembered that this person was the attendant who accompanied the second prince of Yiguo to visit, not only with excellent swordsmanship, but also with outstanding internal strength, so that King Yong specially gave two altars of La Xueyangchun to show his appreciation.

Guo Yu stared at Xiang Chonghua with a smile and said, "Speaking of which, Your Excellency seems to be like a noble person in Yongguo. ”

Xiang Chonghua looked at his reflection in the wine glass, his palms full of cold sweat pressed on the sword, but he couldn't say a word. Qin Fei suddenly raised his hand and slapped him the back of the head, scolding: "Aren't you rabbit cub always boasting that you are the number one drinker in Xuanwu Pond?" How are you dumb now! ”

Guo Yu changed color and said: "Are the two of you Mr. Zhuang Meng's high feet?" ”

Qin Fei took out the Xuanwu jade pendant from his arms and said with a smile: "Your Excellency must know quite a bit about the art of phase jade. How about you take a look at this jade? ”

Guo Yu took the jade pendant with both hands, turned his head to look at the sunlight carefully for a long time, and returned the jade pendant to Qin Fei with both hands: "Although I am lonely and unheard of, I still know the Xuanwu jade that is a token of the four gates with purple bamboo leaves, Huaimeng feathers, and blood pear flowers." Sighed: "I heard that the Xuanwu Lake people are outstanding, and the token is also a rare wonder, and it is really famous when I see it today." ”

Qin Fei smiled and said, "Isn't Your Excellency's wrench also a peerless treasure!" The so-called gentleman with beautiful jade, such a superb product can only be regarded as worthy of it when it is worn on your finger. ”

Xiang Chonghua saw that Guo Yu smiled when he saw Qin Fei's words, and his heart calmed down a little.

Guo Yu smiled and said to Xiang Chonghua: "I heard that Mr. Zhuang Meng is erudite and talented, unparalleled in the world, but I didn't expect that there was a department of wine tasting and winemaking. ”

Xiang Chonghua arched his hand and said: "I am learning swordsmanship, and it is only because of my preference that I pestered Shizun to teach some wine tasting and winemaking." If it weren't for the blessing of Senior Brother Li Mumei, there would be no blessing to see La Xue Yangchun. ”

Guo Yu was surprised and said, "Are Your Excellency familiar with General Li Xiao?" ”

Xiang Chonghua said with a smile: "We are very good in private. I'm not afraid of your jokes, I often disguise myself as his guards to go to the Yonggong Temple to taste wine, and even participated in a few state banquets. ”

Guo Yu's expression eased a lot, and his eyes flickered: "General Li Ben is invincible and invincible, and his status in Yongguo is like a god. The so-called tiger father has no dog son, and General Li Xiao must also be a romantic figure with unparalleled wisdom and strategy, right? ”

Xiang Chonghua said with a smile: "He doesn't like the art of war, but he has learned a lot of strange side ways by pestering his master." Some time ago, I simply ran to Qinglong Mountain. ”

Guo Yu smiled more kindly, and said, "Your Excellency and Young Master Li are really good friends. To tell you the truth, I saw him in Mr. Take's protégé some time ago. The young master of the Li family is really a handsome figure like Yushu Lanzhi, no wonder ......"

Yiguo has always been taken by the prestige of Yongguo, and Li Ben once went down several cities in a row, almost hitting Yidu. Li Mumei is Li Ben's son, and the winged people are naturally afraid of him. And the relationship between Li Ben and Xiang Chonghua is also known to the world, and only a few people know that Xiang Chonghua and Li Mumei are close friends. Guo Yu obviously dispelled his suspicions, pointed to the maids standing on both sides of the side room, and said with a smile: "I think the two of them are talents, and they must have made many girls dream. Even if these girls are not stunning, they are all smart and skillful and well-behaved. If you like whichever you like, just take it. ”

The girls on both sides are obviously disciplined quite strictly, and they don't dare to be happy, but they still have a slightly red face, which is more and more moving.

Xiang Chonghua was shocked, and Qin Fei also hurriedly got up and excused himself: "Your Excellency's good intentions are understood." But the big husband should put the future first. If the fame is not built, why should the family be? What's more, the two of us often run between the nations, haven't we wronged a few girls? ”

Guo Yu waved his hand nonchalantly and said: "It's just a woman, if you like it, take it, and put it down if you don't like it." And then it's good to give someone a favor. What's not wronged? ”

The girls were still waiting on both sides, but there were tears in their eyes. Qin Fei's mouth grew up, and he didn't know what to say.

Xiang Chonghua's face was gloomy, and he said in a deep voice: "Women are also human beings, and they are also born and raised by their parents. If you want someone to be responsible, if you just want to be happy for a while and throw it away at will, what is the difference between it and a beast that only knows meat and desires? ”

Qin Fei pulled his clothes again and again, but he threw them away.

Guo Yu sneered: "Women are all troubles. In the past, King Yong loved Xiyi alone, but as a result, the harem was resentful and the powerful were restless, but after being disgusted with Xiyiyi, it was smooth sailing and concerted efforts. It's a pity that he didn't learn a lesson, and he got another Xi Lihua in his later years. Although he no longer has to worry about offending the powerful because of women, the result is not that he was played by Xi Lihua on applause, and his life is about to be guaranteed? ”

Qin Fei tightly grabbed Xiang Chonghua's trembling sword under the table, and saw that his palms clenched into fists were already white.

Guo Yu looked at the wine in the cup, and continued: "There is also that Xiang Chonghua who is angry at the crown and is red-faced. Women all over the world praise him for his unwavering affection, and I think he is just an idiot. I really dare to love and hate, but what did I end up with? The beloved woman became the concubine of the white-haired old man, and she became a fugitive herself. Hum! Love misleads people, and the face is ruined. People say that Xiguo is a nest of beauties, but I think it is a pest hole. That Xiya is not a fuel-efficient lamp, and sooner or later it will disturb Jiang Guo's play. ”

Qin Fei's palm was in a hot pain, Xiang Chonghua's heavy sword had already been withdrawn, pointed at Guo Yu's eyebrows, and scolded angrily: "You scold one more word!" ”

Guo Yu's eyes lit up, but he said lightly: "I heard that Xuanwu Tan's swordsmanship is unique in the world, and I want to learn it early in the morning." However, I have always loved swords, can I please draw your sword first? ”

Xiang Chonghua said dryly: "Okay! Qin Fei shouted and threw himself at the heavy sword, but was overturned on the table by Xiang Chonghua, and the dishes and bowls "crackled" and shattered to the ground.

Xiang Chonghua hurriedly helped him up, Qin Fei gritted his teeth and said, "Stop, stop." Don't be rude. ”

Guo Yu left the table casually, and said leisurely: "Why don't you draw your sword, are you reluctant to let you see the sword next or ......" He swept Xiang Chonghua lightly, and the corners of his mouth provoked a contemptuous smile.

Qin Fei was so anxious that he almost got angry, but the smile on his face was even more humble, he stood up and straightened his clothes, and said deeply: "This brother of mine is reckless, I'm really sorry. We still have to hurry, so I don't want to accompany you. Take care! ”

Guo Yu raised his voice and said, "Stop!" In the next goodwill banquet, wouldn't it be too small for the two to say that they would leave? Xiang Chonghua said: "I just want to see the sword, is there anything unspeakable about Your Excellency?" ”

Qin Fei stood between the two and said with a smile: "Your Excellency is really good at laughing." It's just a broken sword, you can look at it if you want to, and I hope you don't want to pollute your eyes. ”

Guo Yu drank: "Stop! Pointing to Xiang Chonghua, he said: "What I want to see is this strong man drawing his sword." After a pause, he sneered: "It's okay if you don't draw your sword, but I want to ask Your Excellency to scold you for two sentences: 'Xiguo is a den of thieves, and Xiya is a disaster'." ”

Xiang Chonghua said fiercely: "Draw your sword, draw your sword, don't regret it." Guo Yu sneered: "I can't ask for it!" Qin Fei still wanted to stop him, but he was pushed away by Guo Yu.

Suddenly, hearing the door "bang" on both sides, Guo Yu covered his eyes with one hand, took a few steps aside, and said angrily: "Who is making trouble?" Looking back, I was stunned.